Global PLM Process transformation leader

This engineering service-focused leadership role is responsible for defining, developing, and transforming global Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Release, and CAD execution processes. The position drives enterprise-wide standardization, digital enablement, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency, quality, and scalability.

The role acts as a strategic bridge between Engineering, PLM IT, Quality, Manufacturing, and Global Process Experts to enable a seamless, compliant, and digitally integrated product lifecycle. It focuses on advancing technical capabilities through process harmonization, automation, and AI-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive global strategy, governance, and transformation of PLM, Release, and CAD processes across all Business Units.
• Lead enterprise-wide process harmonization and standardization to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Architect, design, and implement engineering processes such as Engineering Standard Work (ESW), Value Package Introduction (VPI), and change management frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for digital transformation, including automation and AI-driven improvements in engineering workflows.
• Lead development and enhancement of technical information systems, data repositories, and knowledge management frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver improved tools, processes, and solutions that enhance engineering productivity and quality.
• Provide leadership in resolving complex, ambiguous problems with global business impact.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize work processes, reduce cycle times, and improve efficiency.
• Coordinate and lead technical project teams, including managing small to mid-sized teams where required.
• Coach and mentor engineers, project managers, and cross-functional team members.
• Ensure compliance with global standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational best practices.
• Enable digital thread integration to improve traceability, data accuracy, and decision-making.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
Responsibilities:
Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in technical processes and tools related to PLM, CAD, and engineering workflows.
• Ability to build and maintain effective networks across global and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, including leadership.
• Proven ability to lead innovation and drive digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong decision-making capability in complex and ambiguous environments.
• Expertise in managing complexity, analyzing requirements, and validating solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of knowledge management and data governance practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead enterprise change and influence without direct authority.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration across cultures.

Experience

• Significant experience in PLM, CAD, engineering processes, or related technical domains.
• Proven track record of leading global process transformation or large-scale engineering initiatives.
• Experience in technical problem-solving, decision-making, and providing leadership to project teams.
• Strong background in enterprise change management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with digital tools and platforms supporting product lifecycle management.

Preferred Experience:

• Expertise in PLM systems and tools.
• Experience with CAD tools such as Creo.
• Knowledge of automation and AI applications in engineering processes.
• Experience driving enterprise-level transformation initiatives.

Leadership Expectations

• Strategic thinker with an enterprise-wide mindset.
• Strong change leadership capabilities with experience driving global transformation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Data-driven and digital-first approach to decision-making.
• Ability to influence across a global matrix organization without direct authority.

Business Impact

• Reduced release cycle time and process variability.
• Increased adoption and compliance of global PLM processes.
• Improved engineering productivity through automation and digital tools.
• Strengthened digital thread enabling better traceability and regulatory readiness.
• Standardized global execution model supporting scalable growth.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related STEM field is required.
• Postgraduate (Master’s) degree in a relevant discipline is preferred for select roles.
• Relevant certifications or licensing may be required in compliance with export control or regulatory requirements.